50 Preposition MCQs with Answers — English Grammar Practice Quiz

If you are revising English grammar, this set of 50 preposition MCQs with answers and explanations gives you a practical way to test how well you use common prepositions in context. The questions cover everyday combinations such as afraid of, interested in, responsible for, based on, and with a view to.

Prepositions are small words, but choosing the right one can change whether a sentence sounds natural and grammatically correct. This quiz is suitable for learners reviewing English grammar, students preparing for language assessments, and anyone who wants focused practice rather than a long grammar lesson.

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Mixed

Difficulty

15–20 min

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Set 1

Practice Set

What This Quiz Covers

• ✔ Common adjective and preposition combinations
• ✔ Verb and preposition patterns
• ✔ Prepositions of time and place
• ✔ Prepositions showing movement and direction
• ✔ Fixed expressions and common collocations
• ✔ Practical English grammar usage

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Table of Contents

• 1. Preposition Collocations: Adjectives and Verbs (Q1–10)
• 2. Common Preposition Patterns (Q11–20)
• 3. Prepositions in Everyday English (Q21–30)
• 4. Time, Place and Movement Prepositions (Q31–40)
• 5. Fixed Expressions and Advanced Usage (Q41–50)
• Frequently Asked Questions

1. Preposition Collocations: Adjectives and Verbs (Q1–10)

ADJECTIVES AND VERBS

Questions 1–10 focus on common adjective and verb combinations such as afraid of, worried about, interested in and arrive at.

1. Nafeesa is afraid _____ spiders.

• A). from
• B). in
• C). about
• D). of

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Correct Answer: D — The standard expression is “afraid of” when describing fear of something.

2. I am worried _____ the exam.

• A). in
• B). about
• C). on
• D). of

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Correct Answer: B — The natural expression is “worried about” something that is causing concern.

3. He looks upset, I think he took the criticism _____ heart.

• A). to
• B). about
• C). in
• D). of

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Correct Answer: A — The fixed expression is “take something to heart,” meaning to be deeply affected by it.

4. I am envious _____ them.

• A). of
• B). about
• C). in
• D). on

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Correct Answer: A — The adjective “envious” is followed by “of” when someone feels jealousy about another person’s advantage.

5. He confided _____ me.

• A). about
• B). in
• C). on
• D). of

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Correct Answer: B — The expression is “confide in someone,” meaning to share private thoughts or information with them.

6. They decided _____ the grey sofa.

• A). about
• B). on
• C). in
• D). of

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Correct Answer: B — We say “decide on” when choosing one option from several possibilities.

7. She suffers _____ a heart disease.

• A). about
• B). in
• C). from
• D). on

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Correct Answer: C — The verb “suffer” is normally followed by “from” when referring to an illness or condition.

8. The teacher set some homework _____ the end of the lesson.

• A). about
• B). in
• C). of
• D). at

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Correct Answer: D — The fixed time expression is “at the end of” a lesson, meeting, period, or event.

9. I am good _____ tennis.

• A). about
• B). in
• C). at
• D). of

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Correct Answer: C — The usual collocation is “good at” when talking about ability or skill.

10. We arrived _____ the station an hour late.

• A). about
• B). in
• C). at
• D). of

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Correct Answer: C — We use “arrive at” with a specific point or place such as a station, airport, or building.

Read also → Preposition MCQs Set 2

2. Common Preposition Patterns (Q11–20)

COMMON PREPOSITION PATTERNS

Questions 11–20 cover everyday preposition patterns used with adjectives, verbs and fixed expressions.

11. He is interested _____ history.

• A). about
• B). of
• C). in
• D). on

View Answer & Explanation Optional

Correct Answer: C — The standard expression is “interested in” a subject or activity.

12. Please do not interfere _____ my personal affairs.

• A). about
• B). in
• C). of
• D). on

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Correct Answer: B — We say “interfere in” when someone becomes involved in another person’s affairs without being wanted.

13. Green pepper is very rich _____ vitamin C.

• A). of
• B). about
• C). on
• D). in

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Correct Answer: D — The standard collocation is “rich in” when something contains a large amount of a particular substance or nutrient.

14. He was embarrassed because everybody was laughing _____ him.

• A). on
• B). in
• C). at
• D). about

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Correct Answer: C — The expression is “laugh at someone,” meaning to make fun of or ridicule them.

15. She cares _____ the environment.

• A). on
• B). in
• C). of
• D). about

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Correct Answer: D — The verb “care” is followed by “about” when something matters to someone.

16. It was kind _____ you to help.

• A). of
• B). in
• C). about
• D). on

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Correct Answer: A — The structure “kind of you” is used to praise someone for a helpful or considerate action.

17. Unfortunately, we had to cancel it owing _____ the bad weather.

• A). in
• B). to
• C). of
• D). about

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Correct Answer: B — The fixed expression is “owing to,” meaning because of or as a result of.

18. What did you make _____ the lecture?

• A). in
• B). on
• C). about
• D). of

View Answer & Explanation Optional

Correct Answer: D — The expression “make of” asks for an opinion or impression about something.

19. He was accused _____ theft.

• A). on
• B). about
• C). in
• D). of

View Answer & Explanation Optional

Correct Answer: D — The standard legal and grammatical collocation is “accused of” a crime or offence.

20. As _____ me, I will be happy to lend a hand.

• A). in
• B). for
• C). about
• D). of

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Correct Answer: B — The expression “as for me” is used to introduce a person’s own position or opinion.

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3. Prepositions in Everyday English (Q21–30)

EVERYDAY ENGLISH

Questions 21–30 test common expressions involving difference, support, responsibility, location and movement.

21. It differs _____ their last suggestion.

• A). about
• B>. in
• C). of
• D). from

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Correct Answer: D — We say that one thing “differs from” another when they are not the same.

22. I am _____ favour the idea. I think it will work well.

• A). on
• B). in
• C). of
• D). about

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Correct Answer: B — The fixed expression is “in favour of,” meaning to support or approve of an idea.

23. I apologize _____ the inconvenience caused.

• A). about
• B). in
• C). for
• D). of

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Correct Answer: C — The standard expression is “apologise for” something that caused inconvenience or harm.

24. This book is based _____ true events.

• A). on
• B). in
• C). of
• D). about

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Correct Answer: A — The usual collocation is “based on,” meaning founded on or developed from something.

25. They live _____ the outskirts of the city.

• A). in
• B). at
• C). on
• D). about

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Correct Answer: C — The expression is “on the outskirts of a city,” referring to the outer areas around it.

26. He is responsible _____ his actions.

• A). to
• B). for
• C). about
• D). in

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Correct Answer: B — The standard expression is “responsible for” something, meaning accountable for it.

27. She was shocked _____ the news.

• A). on
• B). in
• C). of
• D). at

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Correct Answer: D — The adjective “shocked” is commonly followed by “at” when reacting strongly to news or an event.

28. I am not interested _____ sports.

• A). on
• B). in
• C). of
• D). about

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Correct Answer: B — The standard expression is “interested in,” so “in” is required here.

29. He is married _____ my cousin.

• A). to
• B). in
• C). on
• D). about

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Correct Answer: A — In standard English, we say someone is “married to” another person.

30. You have to divide it _____ five equal parts.

• A). into
• B). in
• C). of
• D). at

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Correct Answer: A — The verb “divide” takes “into” when showing the parts into which something is separated.

Read also → Preposition MCQs Set 4

4. Time, Place and Movement Prepositions (Q31–40)

TIME, PLACE AND MOVEMENT

Questions 31–40 cover practical uses of prepositions for subjects, places, time references, transport and movement.

31. The doctor gave me a prescription _____ my cough.

• A). with
• B). for
• C). on
• D). at

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Correct Answer: B — The standard phrase is “a prescription for” an illness, condition, or symptom.

32. Throw this pen _____ the dustbin.

• A). into
• B). for
• C). on
• D). with

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Correct Answer: A — We use “into” to show movement from outside a place to the inside of it.

33. I am giving a talk _____ the causes of dengue fever.

• A). for
• B). off
• C). on
• D). with

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Correct Answer: C — The standard collocation is “a talk on” a particular subject or topic.

34. We are going to deal _____ a technical subject.

• A). with
• B). in
• C). on
• D). for

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Correct Answer: A — The expression is “deal with,” meaning to handle, discuss, or address something.

35. Jyoti is working _____ a farm, and her mother is working _____ a bank.

• A). in, in
• B). on, in
• C). in, on
• D). on, on

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Correct Answer: B — We say someone works “on a farm” but works “in a bank” when referring to employment at the institution.

36. Amanda hasn't seen her older sister _____ April.

• A). for
• B). since
• C). in
• D). on

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Correct Answer: B — “Since” is used with a starting point in time, such as a month, when the action continues to the present.

37. He walked _____ me as we went down the street.

• A). beside
• B). besides
• C). within
• D). between

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Correct Answer: A — “Beside” means next to or alongside someone or something. “Besides” has a different meaning: in addition to.

38. We make payment _____ cash or kind.

• A). by
• B). in
• C). with
• D). on

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Correct Answer: A — The expression given is “by cash or kind,” using “by” to indicate the means or method of payment.

39. She came _____ her own car.

• A). in
• B). on
• C). by
• D). with

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Correct Answer: A — We say someone travels or comes “in” their own car because they are inside the vehicle.

40. She came _____ my room without permission.

• A). in
• B). on
• C). into
• D). by

View Answer & Explanation Optional

Correct Answer: C — “Into” shows movement from outside to the inside of a room or other enclosed space.

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5. Fixed Expressions and Advanced Usage (Q41–50)

FIXED EXPRESSIONS

Questions 41–50 bring together position, purpose, direction and several fixed prepositional expressions.

41. Mt. Abu is about five thousand feet _____ the sea-level.

• A). above
• B). along
• C). after
• D). behind

View Answer & Explanation Optional

Correct Answer: A — “Above” indicates a position higher than a reference level, here sea level.

42. He is proud _____ his riches.

• A). by
• B). of
• C). on
• D). over

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Correct Answer: B — The standard expression is “proud of,” used when someone feels satisfaction about a person, quality, or possession.

43. The book you are looking for can be found _____ the top shelf.

• A). at
• B). in
• C). on
• D). with

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Correct Answer: C — We use “on” with a shelf because the book rests on its surface.

44. He is studying very hard _____ the annual exam.

• A). for
• B). of
• C). with
• D). to

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Correct Answer: A — The standard phrase is “study for an exam” when preparing to take it.

45. Sign your name _____ the dotted line at the end of the admission form.

• A). on
• B). at
• C). in
• D). with

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Correct Answer: A — We write or sign “on the dotted line,” referring to the marked line on a form.

46. The girl ran _____ the car park.

• A). in
• B). on
• C). into
• D). at

View Answer & Explanation Optional

Correct Answer: A — Here “in” describes running within the area of the car park.

47. With a view _____ improving the quality.

• A). for
• B). to
• C). on
• D). with

View Answer & Explanation Optional

Correct Answer: B — The fixed expression is “with a view to,” meaning with the aim or intention of doing something.

48. Freed _____ all worries.

• A). from
• B). of
• C). with
• D). on

View Answer & Explanation Optional

Correct Answer: A — The standard expression is “freed from,” meaning released or relieved from something unwanted.

49. Died _____ cancer.

• A). for
• B). with
• C). of
• D). in

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Correct Answer: C — The usual expression is “die of” an illness or disease, such as cancer.

50. She drove _____ the shore.

• A). in
• B). on
• C). along
• D). by

View Answer & Explanation Optional

Correct Answer: C — “Along” shows movement following the length or side of something, such as a shore.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a preposition?▾

A preposition is a small word that links nouns, pronouns, or phrases to other words in a sentence.

Why are prepositions important in English?▾

Prepositions show relationships between words, such as location, time, and direction, making sentences clear and grammatically correct.

What is a preposition MCQ?▾

A preposition MCQ is a multiple-choice question that tests your knowledge of the correct usage of prepositions in sentences.

What is the difference between 'in' and 'on'?▾

'In' is used for enclosed spaces, while 'on' is used for surfaces.

How can I practise preposition MCQs?▾

You can practise through online quizzes, grammar books, past-paper practice, and dedicated MCQ exercises.

How do I know the correct preposition to use?▾

It depends on the context and the words around it; reading examples and practising common preposition patterns helps identify the correct usage.

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